Ch. 1021First Immortal's Pressure and the Completion of Ascension
Key Plot Points and Events
- Wu Pifu realizes the power of his Wood-Luan Seed Prayer Beads, which could become even stronger if one more source was added.
- The Heavenly Court stops its offensive, creating a tense calm on Gaia.
- Kepler-186f, Gaia's star, starts showing signs of a helium flash, which is suspected to be caused by the Heavenly Court or the First Immortal.
- Wu Pifu suggests cutting down Kepler-186f to prevent a helium flash, but scientists argue against this.
- Chu Minghao and Liang Min, who have been ascending, suddenly appear with immense power, dispersing the strange phenomena and the two masses of light.
Character Developments
- Wu Pifu shows concern for Gaia's safety and is willing to take extreme measures to protect it.
- Guanyin reveals knowledge about the First Immortal and the First Buddha's battle, hinting at their extraordinary power.
- Chu Minghao and Liang Min complete their ascension, demonstrating immense power.
Significant Themes
- The power dynamics between the Heavenly Court and the Gaia Humans, with the Heavenly Court's strategy remaining unclear.
- The potential consequences of the First Immortal's involvement.
- The tension between the need for action and the potential catastrophic results of such action, as seen in Wu Pifu's suggestion to cut down Kepler-186f.
Character Interactions
- Wu Pifu and Guanyin discuss the Heavenly Court's plans and the First Immortal's power.
- Wu Pifu, Daiyu Divine Venerable, and the scientists debate the feasibility of cutting down Kepler-186f.
- Chu Minghao and Liang Min's sudden appearance brings hope and relief to the Gaia Humans.